Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl City Highlands School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl City Highlands School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl City Highlands School's student population of 515 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
PCHES is a community where all feel a sense of belonging, cultivating Perseverance, Curiosity, Humility, and the ability to Embrace challenges, and Self-awareness.
School Rankings
Pearl City Highlands School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl City Highlands School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
24%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Two or more races
27%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl City Highlands School's ranking?
Pearl City Highlands School is ranked #22 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pearl City Highlands School often compared to?
Pearl City Highlands Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momilani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pearl City Highlands School?
515 students attend Pearl City Highlands School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pearl City Highlands School students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl City Highlands School?
Pearl City Highlands School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl City Highlands School offer ?
Pearl City Highlands School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl City Highlands School part of?
Pearl City Highlands School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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